TICKETS FOR SOBE WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL ON SALE OCTOBER 22ND :::: Events


Sobe Food & Wine 2013

Tickets for SOBE Wine & Food Festival on sale October 22nd

The Fodd Network’s Sobe Wine & Food Festival comes to Miami Beach between February 21-24, 2013. Tickets on pre-sale for MasterCard customers on October 8th. And then they will be available to the open public on October 22nd.
More Info: www.sobefest.com
 

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JOE BUDDEN ANNOUNCES “A LOOSE QUARTER” MIXTAPE :::: Photos


In between his Instagram shenanigans — primarily of posting half naked flicks of his gal-pal Kaylin Garcia (pictured above) — Joe Budden found a split second to release what appears the artwork of an upcoming mixtape project he’s been cooking up for his impatient fans called A Loose Quarter. While there isn’t a tentative release date as of yet, one should already know, Jumpoff Joey never disappoints in any fashion or quality of music. Click here to see the artwork.
Source: 2dopeboyz
 

Homecoming or Homecoonin': Can HBCUs Save Hip-Hop? (Commentary)


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"She's so self conscious / has no idea what she's doin' in college," -- Kanye West on "All Falls Down"
On the block, he was once known as "Big Ferg," now -- after a couple of years at Hillman College -- he prefers to go by his government name, Hamilton Winston Ferguson III. He no longer has time to kick it with the homies, like he did back in the day. Nah, he's too busy discussing philosophy, economics and heavy intellectual stuff with his new upwardly-mobile college chums. However, every homecoming weekend, you can find him in the club, gettin' tipsy and rockin' to Rick Ross. No different than the brothers on the block he left behind...

Amber Rose Shows Off Growing, Pregnant Stomach :::: Photos


Amber Rose pregnant

Amber Rose is excited about her upcoming baby with boyfriend Wiz Khalifa ... so much so, she shared a photo Monday morning (September 17), showing off her growing stomach.
"Good morning Rosebuds & Rosestuds Our lil wizbud Is growing so fast ;-)," she wrote on Twitter (@DaRealAmberRose), accompanied by the above photo.
If you haven't been following Wiz and Amber's relationship, the couple announced the news at this year's MTV Video Music Awards earlier this month. "Well, Sway, you know you my brother man, so we had to do it with you first and we had to do it with the whole world, and just let everybody know that we're expecting a beautiful young baby," Khalifa said on the VMAs red carpet.
The baby will be the couple's first child. At press time, it's unknown when it is due.

 

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Pusha T Responds To Drake's Jab At 'Made In America' Festival :::: Beef


Pusha T and Drake

The back-n-forth between the YMCMB and G.O.O.D. Music camps continue, the latest incident from the beef comes from jabs being thrown between Drake and Pusha T.
During Budweiser's Made In America Festival earlier this month, Jay-Z brought out the entire G.O.O.D. Music family during his set to perform several songs. During 2 Chainz's intro, they had a misstep due to technical difficulties. The mistake made for an awkward moment, but they moved past it quickly.
The following evening, during Drake's performance, he also brought out 2 Chainz without a hitch, prompting to Drake to say this: "That's how you bring out 2 Chainz."
Rolling Stone recently caught up with Pusha, and asked him if he thought Drake's statement was a diss toward G.O.O.D. Music... basically saying "We don't give a f*** what Drake says."
Below is his full response (via RollingStone.com):

50 Cent Reveals Plans Of Launching Boxing Promotions Company With Manny Pacquiao :::: Boxing News


Manny Pacquiao and 50 Cent

Back in late July, 50 Cent announced the formation of a boxing promotions company called TMT, aka "The Money Team."
Just recently, news surfaced that TMT Promotions is now defunct with any fighters signed under it moving over to Floyd Mayweather's own, Mayweather Promotions. But, that's not the end of Fif's career in boxing promotions. The hip-hop mogul has now reportedly entered into an agreement with Mayweather rival, Manny Pacquiao, for the launch of their own promotional company... together.
Manny Pacquiao's adviser Michael Koncz revealed the news to BoxingScene.com on Thursday (September 13), explaining that it was initially going to be 50, Manny, and Floyd launching the venture together, but that's no longer the case.

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Lil Eazy-E In Talks With Death Row Records :::: Hip-Hop News


Lil Eazy-E

Lil Eazy-E, son of gangsta rap pioneer Eazy-E, has been going through label issues for years, resulting in his long awaited Prince Of Compton debut sitting on the shelf. However, he may have found an answer: Death Row Records.
Yep, you read right. According to a press release, the Compton rapper is currently in talks with Canada-based WIDEAwake Entertainment, the company who currently owns/runs Death Row Records. Brought to the table by NWA Ent's Lisa Marcum and Hoopla Worldwide, the deal would allow his long awaited project to be released through Death Row, via a Hoopla Worldwide imprint.

Apple Unveils The Upcoming iPod Nano :::: Tech. News


iPod Nano 2012

Apple made the official announcement for its forthcoming iPhone 5 on Wednesday (September 12), but it also unveiled other new products as well, including the new iPod Nano.
The seventh-generation generation iPod Nano has been completely redesigned and is 38% thinner than its predecessor at just 5.4mm-thick. It also features a 2.5-inch multi-touch display with 240×432-pixel resolution; 16GB of storage; an FM tuner; slimmed-down Lightning connectivity; Bluetooth capabilities; and built-in Nike+ support.
The upcoming Apple iPod Nano will be available for pre-order this Friday (September 14), with it officially hitting the market in October for $149 in various colorways.
Head over to Apple.com to order.
 

MIAMI DOLPHINS PINK NEW ERA 59FIFTY BREAST CANCER AWARENESS HAT :::: Fashion


TheMiami Dolphins Pink New Era 59FIFTY Breast Cancer Awareness Hat. Made by New Era, this Miami Dolphins hat features embroidered graphics and a splash of pink to help support Breast Cancer Awareness.
- 59FIFTY BCA Sideline Hat
- Six panel construction with eyelets
- Embroidered graphics
- Pink bill
- Structured fit
- 100% Polyester
- Officially licensed Miami Dolphins fitted hat
 

Developers Show Off NBA 2K13's New 'My Career' Mode (Video) :::: Video Games




2K Sports dropped the fourth clip of new improvements and options for their upcoming NBA 2K13 title Friday (August 31), offering commentary from the developers and designers.
After showcasing the new dribble moves, controller improvements, and more. For this "Developer Insight" clip, 2K introduces "MyCareer," which replaces the previous "My Player" mode. Visual Concepts details the improvements including GM sit-downs, new endorsement opportunities, the ability to be drafted number one overall and social media integration.
NBA 2K13 is slated to drop October 2nd. Pre-order your copy at Amazon.com.

 

RAEKWON HIT WITH LAWSUIT OVER 2009 “NEW WU” TRACK :::: Hip-Hop News


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In the day and age of suing rappers left and right for [uncleared] for samples, this serves as no f-in surprise whatsoever. The Chef and company are the latest to get with one for their 2009 recording, “New Wu”:
Rap star Raekwon The Chef and members of Wu-Tang Clan have been hit with a lawsuit by a publishing company, who claims the rappers illegally used portions of a sample on the track “New Wu.”
Bridgeport Music/Westbound Records filed a lawsuit against Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Method Man and RZA on September 7, in United States District Court, Southern District of New York. The lawsuit claims that RZA illegally sampled portions of the 1971 song “I’ve Changed,” by The Magictones. Bridgeport claims that “New Wu” uses four measures, or 12 seconds of a portion of “I’ve Changed.”
“These four measures have been sped up approximately 8.9%, making them last approximately 10 seconds and raising their key by one step from E minor to F# minor,” the lawsuit reads. The single with the illegal sample appeared on Raekwon’s album Only Built 4 Cuban Linx Pt. II. Bridgeport Music/West Bound Records are suing for copyright infringement, unfair competition, and lawyer fees.
 

PHARRELL HOSTS FNO AT BILLIONAIRE BOYS CLUB :::: Video


We’ve teased you with photos and news about this event, here’s goes the official footage of Pharrell x BBC’s Fashion’s Night Out shindig.

 

NFL Films President Steve Sabol Dies At 69 :::: NFL


Steve Sabol

NFL Films president Steve Sabol died Tuesday (September 18) of brain cancer. He was 69 years old.
According to ESPN.com, Sabol was diagnosed in March 2011 with a tumor on the left side of his brain after being hospitalized for a seizure.
Sabol started working with his father, Ed (NFL Films' founder) in 1964, and they introduced a series of innovations that are now taken for granted, from slow-motion replays to sticking microphones on coaches and players. He and his father revolutionized sports broadcasting pro football and helped make it the country's favorite sport.

THE ARCHIVES – PREMIUM SNEAKER BOUTIQUE IN DOWNTOWN FT. LAUDERDALE :::: Fashion


Located on the East End of Las Olas Blvd in Fort Lauderdale, The Archives sells newly released, exclusive and limited edition sneakers, apparel and accessories. They just celebrated their grand opening this past Saturday after months and months of preparation. Stop on by to check out South Florida’s newest sneaker boutique.
Mon – Wed: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Thu – Sat: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The ARCHIVES
1304 East Las Olas Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
Phone (954) 533-8201
Email info@archvs.com
www.archvs.com
 

Xzibit: Napalm (Music Video) :::: New Music



As he gears up for the release of his long awaited new album, entitled Napalm, Xzibit unleashes a music video for its title track, filmed while on tour in the Middle East. Enlisting director Matt Alonzo, the west coast rap vet laces up his combat boots and hits various locations around Iraq and military bases to film the single's visuals.
"We thank everyone involved in the making of this movement and album a success," a statement reads before the video starts.
Napalm drops October 9th, via X's own, Open Bar Entertainment.
 

UNDCRWN’S “DERRICK ROZAY” TEE :::: Fashion


UNDRCRWN’s pairs Chicago’s Derrick Rose and Miami’s Rick Ross for this Derrick Rozay shirt (also available in black). The shirt features the classic Bulls logo adorned with the patent-pending Ricky Rozay beard. And to top it off, the colors are very South Beach cliche, which is make or break for a lot of people. Click below to purchase directly from UNDRCRWN.
 

TICKETS FOR SOBE WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL ON SALE OCTOBER 22ND :::: Events


Sobe Food & Wine 2013

Tickets for SOBE Wine & Food Festival on sale October 22nd

The Fodd Network’s Sobe Wine & Food Festival comes to Miami Beach between February 21-24, 2013. Tickets on pre-sale for MasterCard customers on October 8th. And then they will be available to the open public on October 22nd.
More Info: www.sobefest.com
 

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Webbie Arrested On Battery, Robbery Charges :::: Hip-Hop News


Webbie

Louisiana rapper Webbie was arrested this week on batter and robbery charges, from an incident with a women who claims the rapper kicked her down a flight of stairs and stole $340 from her purse.
Webbie, however, denies any such incident ever happened.
The woman filed a police report in Baton Rouge, LA, accusing Webbie of attacking a woman inside a Chase Suite Hotel early Thursday morning (September 13), after being banned from the premises. Then, a short time later, he kicked her down two sets of stairs and stole money from her.
Why? Those details are currently unclear. But, the report says Webbie was arrested on the scene at approximately 2:30 AM.
The rapper's rep tells me the women at a party on Wednesday evening (September 12), but denies he attacked her. However, he does admit to taking the money, but insists it was his ... and the woman in question had stolen it from him.
Webbie is currently free on $9,000 bond.

 

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Victor Cruz Picks His Favorite Durant & LeBron Nike Sneaker of 2012 (Sneaker Watch) :::: Video